Hi! I'm new to the forum and am interested in finding out the answer to a couple of questions regarding a bari I'm considering buying.
First, it's a silver-plated Conn 12M Naked Lady with serial number 675xxx. I'm assuming it's from 1957 according to other serial number lists. I'm wondering if Conn's production had already moved to Mexico during '57? Does anyone know if this serial number would be manufactured in Mexico?
Also, the person selling the sax says that it has been 'overhauled' about 10 years ago. This also includes being replated. He says he doesn't know if it was lacquered or silver plated prior to it being overhauled. I am wondering if he had it silver plated, is this the equivalent of having it 'dipped' completely in the silver plating? I've heard that it's detrimental to these Conns made prior to 1960 and can completely change the sound. Does anyone have any idea if this is true? Also, is silver plating the same as being completely lacquered? I can barely see the naked lady inscription on the bell. Thanks for your help! Don't want to overpay for an already expensive baritone.
First, it's a silver-plated Conn 12M Naked Lady with serial number 675xxx. I'm assuming it's from 1957 according to other serial number lists. I'm wondering if Conn's production had already moved to Mexico during '57? Does anyone know if this serial number would be manufactured in Mexico?
Also, the person selling the sax says that it has been 'overhauled' about 10 years ago. This also includes being replated. He says he doesn't know if it was lacquered or silver plated prior to it being overhauled. I am wondering if he had it silver plated, is this the equivalent of having it 'dipped' completely in the silver plating? I've heard that it's detrimental to these Conns made prior to 1960 and can completely change the sound. Does anyone have any idea if this is true? Also, is silver plating the same as being completely lacquered? I can barely see the naked lady inscription on the bell. Thanks for your help! Don't want to overpay for an already expensive baritone.